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Stefanos Tsitsipas has shown steady improvement over the past couple of months, putting together some encouraging results as he looks to regain his best level. His progress, combined with his greater experience and stronger hard-court credentials compared to Luciano Darderi, makes the Greek a compelling option in this matchup. Darderi has never won multiple main-draw matches on tour in Asia. He has a 3–4 record in opening-round matches at Masters events.

St Louis have been superb in the MLS this season and could potentially match Vancouver at the top of the Western Conference with a win. LA Galaxy need to keep their winning run going after notching a pair of victories that has ensured they have moved four points clear of Portland in 10th on the ladder.

Kyle Connor to register 4+ shots, Alex Tuch to score and Bobby McMann to put 3+ shots on goal are our three best NHL player props for Friday night. There are four games on a quieter Friday slate, and we've picked one prop from each of three of them. Each pick is based on shot volume or scoring form that has held up from the first night of the season. Connor has put at least four shots on goal in every game this season, with 9, 5, 6 and 4 through Winnipeg's first four games.

My Rangers vs Capitals prediction is a New York win on Friday, with the Rangers' defence keeping this one under 6.5 goals. The New York Rangers visit the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena at 7 p.m. ET, and they arrive on a four-game winning streak. The Capitals are 2-1 after beating Pittsburgh 5-3 in Wednesday's home opener. I'm backing New York because they're the tougher team to score on right now.

Man Utd host Tottenham on Saturday as Premier League action returns to Old Trafford. Both teams have struggled in the opening weeks of the season, but United's strong home record should stand them in good stead against winless Spurs. Man Utd to win & over 2.5 goals is my best bet.

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My Ducks vs Jets prediction is a Winnipeg win on Friday, with Kyle Connor firing four or more shots on goal. The Anaheim Ducks visit the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre at 8 p.m. ET. Winnipeg are 3-0-1 and haven't lost in regulation, while Anaheim come in off a 5-2 home loss to Edmonton on Wednesday. I'm backing Winnipeg because they keep finding ways to win close games.

Los Angeles are tipped to cover as they win a Monday Night Football shootout. Buffalo’s offense has been sloppy with the football over the past couple of games, while the defense has been a real problem for them through four weeks. Matthew Stafford, Puka Naku et al. can take full advantage to come away with the victory.

Jets -2.5 at 1.92 implies a 52% shot for the team with the better offence by EPA per play and the cleanest ball security in the NFL. I make it closer to 56%, playable down to 1.85 but not at -3. The Cleveland Browns (3-1) visit the New York Jets (1-3) at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, October 11, at 1:00 p.m. ET.

Colts +2.5 at 1.96 implies a 51% shot for the team with the better points differential, facing an offence that ranks 29th in EPA per play. I make it closer to 56%, playable down to 1.87 but not at +1.5. The Indianapolis Colts (2-2) visit the Pittsburgh Steelers (2-2) at Acrisure Stadium on Sunday, October 11, at 1:00 p.m. ET.